I realized a lot during the whole filming process. During both the commercial and music video, many shots need to be taken to ensure everything is right. This includes the lighting, the audio, the angles and the overall movements/flow. When I started, I had no clue how I was going to do or how I could compete to make the best videos. As production began for the music video, I was beginning to feel my creativity sprout. I had many ideas on where to film and how to film it. The locations were finally confirmed, first the park and then a transition to the beach. What was interesting about these two locations is the jump cut that would happen from the park to the beach. The actors, myself and two other girls, would jump from the park and then land on the beach as a scene. This really allowed me to be more creative and outside the box on my filming.
The filming on Friday taught me a lot. If the lighting isn't right, make it right. We had to re-shoot several times until we could get the right shot. Extra people in the back kept disrupting the video as well which took more shots. Even more so, I had to call the park to confirm the location and to make sure it was okay to record. Making props was also very interesting and fun to do. I realized how much more work really goes into filming and editing as well. Even just editing a minute film can take hours. It's intensive work and concentration as well as dedication into making the videos. A lot of the editing needs to be redone to ensure that the clips aren't choppy or lagging.
When actually filming, the costumes and acting are both very crucial. I had to bring a whole new wardrobe to change into. I had to make sure the rest of the actors had their proper outfits on. Even with the props, when I found out we were missing a prop for a scene, we had to make-shift a new prop of flowers. By doing so, I realized how difficult and tedious it can be whilst actually filming. The camera angles needed to be re-done and shadows kept ruining some scenes as well. Planning and scheduling was very crucial throughout the filming process so the group knew when and what was being filmed for the day or if we were going to just edit. I truly grew and learned so much more about filming and editing through this. Each new shot needs to coordinate with the last shot which can be tricky if not aligned right. Now, I plan to progress even more with filming and editing so I can continue to get better. This music video will help as well to get me to understand fully how to edit and film so I can do even better for the next project.
Monday, November 25, 2019
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
Storyboard for Music Video
1. For the opening scene of the music video, it will be a closeup/extreme closeup of the sun and sky.
2. Then, it will be a tracking shot of me walking down the park with headphones on and my cellphone as apart of my props and costume. Along with this will be my actual clothing of a long black/floral one-piece. The sound will be low at first as I'm listening to it on my phone then high when I remove the headphones.
3. The following scene will be a pan shot of me meeting my friends to tell them of this song I just found.
4. A close up of the phone will be inserted and the song will begin to get louder.
5. For the next scene, me and the two friends will begin dancing in bright lighting, switching from medium shots to long shots to view the singing/dancing down the park.
6. Next, the scene following that will be the "knocking" scene. A split screen in editing will show the male actor knocking on the door with flowers in hand as a prop, and my reaction shot on the other side waiting for his arrival.
7. The next shot will be the "mailbox" scene. My friends and I will be waiting at the mailbox, getting ready with anticipation to open the mail.
8. A close up will show the letter and its contents as another prop.
9. The next shot is another reaction shot, which may turn into an action match to transition to the beach scene that follows.
10. On the next shot for the beach scene, it will be a track shot with a long to medium angle of me and the friends who then will continue dancing on the sand to the chorus of the song.
11. The final scene will look over the pier back into the sunset, zooming into the sun.
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
Planning Music Video
Location- The music video "Walking on Sunshine" will be filmed in a couple locations. The first place that the filming will be done at is Hagens Park in Fort Lauderdale. At this park, the opening scene will be presented of walking/dancing and singing along with the song. Then, the filming will be done at Fort Lauderdale Beach. The video will switch from the park to the beach during the song.
Health & Safety- The filming will be done in public and secured places. When the group takes an Uber, we will make sure to stay safe with the driver while on the road. During filming, the area will be checked for any hazardous object or people that could be around. When we're walking around to different locations, we'll make sure the area is safe and that the roads are clear of cars when crossing.
Props- The props include a cellphone which will be in the music video and headphones. These props will act as the source of where the music is coming from. Then, we'll have flowers in one scene for a part of the song. Then, a letter prop will be made for the mailbox scene.
Costumes- The costumes for the music video will be casual and floral. This will include accessories like bracelets, dress-up outfits like dresses, jumpsuits and blouses. The male actor will wear a button up shirt to be casual but clean looking. By doing so, the costume will represent an outdoor theme for the music video.
Schedule:
Health & Safety- The filming will be done in public and secured places. When the group takes an Uber, we will make sure to stay safe with the driver while on the road. During filming, the area will be checked for any hazardous object or people that could be around. When we're walking around to different locations, we'll make sure the area is safe and that the roads are clear of cars when crossing.
Props- The props include a cellphone which will be in the music video and headphones. These props will act as the source of where the music is coming from. Then, we'll have flowers in one scene for a part of the song. Then, a letter prop will be made for the mailbox scene.
Costumes- The costumes for the music video will be casual and floral. This will include accessories like bracelets, dress-up outfits like dresses, jumpsuits and blouses. The male actor will wear a button up shirt to be casual but clean looking. By doing so, the costume will represent an outdoor theme for the music video.
Schedule:
Monday-11/18/19
On this day, there was no Media studies class. Planning will begin the following day.
Tuesday-11/19/19
First, the class got together to discuss the blogging process for the day. My group and I did more research for our music video as well. We discussed the first couple scenes that will be shot and the location. We also implemented a few dances to go along with the music video. We discussed dates of filming. Even more so, we discussed the props and who would bring them in on the day of filming. Most importantly, I made a phone call with Hagen Park to confirm the location was appropriate to film at. Lastly, I began the storyboard for each part of the song that will be recorded.
Wednesday-11/20/19
Finish up the storyboard and practice the choreography with the group. Secure the filming locations and make sure the weather permits for filming. Get props ready: letter and flowers. Make sure costumes are ready.
Thursday-11/21/19
Thursday-11/21/19
This day is set for filming at Hagens Park ONLY. All shots for specific scenes will be at this park until it's time for filming at the beach. More practice on dancing will be done as well before filming. Many shots will be taken as well to ensure the best takes.
Friday-11/22/19
All footage will be reviewed and checked for any choppiness in case re-shooting is needed.
Saturday-11/23/19
No filming or editing was done for the music video on this day.
Sunday-11/24/19
No filming or editing was done for the music video on this day.
Monday-11/25/19
Filming at Lauderdale by the sea beach will be done on this day. Many shots will be taken to ensure the best shots were taken. Editing will be done on the park scenes. Dumping of footage will be done.
Tuesday-11/26/19
Review the shots taken at the beach and make sure they don't look choppy.
Wednesday-11/27/19
No school- no filming or editing will be done.
Thursday-11/28/19
No school- no filming or editing will be done.
Friday-11/29/19
Thanksgiving-no school-no filming or editing.
Saturday-11/30/19
No filming or editing.
Sunday-12/1/19
No filming/editing.
Monday-12/2/19
Editing for the beach scenes will be done. Discussions will be made if any scenes need to be shot again. The song will be converted to mp3 to be ready to import to the Pinnacle Studios for editing.
Tuesday-12/3/19
Review the video for any choppiness and potential re filming on this day.
Wednesday-12/4/19
Render the video to get ready to export. Do last minute editing for the music video (if needed).
Thursday-12/5/19
No filming or editing.
Friday-12/6/19
Make sure the music video is exported and finished completely.
Friday-11/22/19
All footage will be reviewed and checked for any choppiness in case re-shooting is needed.
Saturday-11/23/19
No filming or editing was done for the music video on this day.
Sunday-11/24/19
No filming or editing was done for the music video on this day.
Monday-11/25/19
Filming at Lauderdale by the sea beach will be done on this day. Many shots will be taken to ensure the best shots were taken. Editing will be done on the park scenes. Dumping of footage will be done.
Tuesday-11/26/19
Review the shots taken at the beach and make sure they don't look choppy.
Wednesday-11/27/19
No school- no filming or editing will be done.
Thursday-11/28/19
No school- no filming or editing will be done.
Friday-11/29/19
Thanksgiving-no school-no filming or editing.
Saturday-11/30/19
No filming or editing.
Sunday-12/1/19
No filming/editing.
Monday-12/2/19
Editing for the beach scenes will be done. Discussions will be made if any scenes need to be shot again. The song will be converted to mp3 to be ready to import to the Pinnacle Studios for editing.
Tuesday-12/3/19
Review the video for any choppiness and potential re filming on this day.
Wednesday-12/4/19
Render the video to get ready to export. Do last minute editing for the music video (if needed).
Thursday-12/5/19
No filming or editing.
Friday-12/6/19
Make sure the music video is exported and finished completely.
Friday, November 15, 2019
Music Video Research Blog
The commercial process was finished, including all filming and editing. My group and I edited over a three day period, non-consecutively and re-filmed over a two day period. The commercial came out good and I'm glad with the results. Once the soundtrack was found and added, it brought the whole commercial together. Now, we're moving onto a music video as the next project. This project will last a little longer, between a minute to a minute and 15 seconds. This project should be very exciting and definitely very creative.
The song we're doing is called Walking on Sunshine by Katrina and the Waves. This song is in the Pop-rock genre and was recorded in 1983. We chose this song because since my group members and I live in Florida, it seems fitting with the weather. We liked the up-beat tempo and the cool-sounding nature of the song. At first, we debated on doing a Taylor Swift song and we also debated on doing a rock-n-roll song by Joan Jett. Once we agreed on the song, we decided who was going to be the actors and who was going to be the director. Now, we can start more research and ideas on where and how we're going to film this music video.
The conventions for this music video starts off with the genre. Since this is Pop-rock, then the sound can always be heard to have up-beat, high tempo-themed music. This can include drums and electric guitars. The camera angles typically include close ups of artists faces. They can also include long shots of dancing/partying scenes. In the editing process, tints and filters are used to boost colors. Transitions are also included to switch from singer to instrument and back and forward. Sometimes they photo-shop artists to look "perfect".
For Mis-en-scene:
The song we're doing is called Walking on Sunshine by Katrina and the Waves. This song is in the Pop-rock genre and was recorded in 1983. We chose this song because since my group members and I live in Florida, it seems fitting with the weather. We liked the up-beat tempo and the cool-sounding nature of the song. At first, we debated on doing a Taylor Swift song and we also debated on doing a rock-n-roll song by Joan Jett. Once we agreed on the song, we decided who was going to be the actors and who was going to be the director. Now, we can start more research and ideas on where and how we're going to film this music video.
The conventions for this music video starts off with the genre. Since this is Pop-rock, then the sound can always be heard to have up-beat, high tempo-themed music. This can include drums and electric guitars. The camera angles typically include close ups of artists faces. They can also include long shots of dancing/partying scenes. In the editing process, tints and filters are used to boost colors. Transitions are also included to switch from singer to instrument and back and forward. Sometimes they photo-shop artists to look "perfect".
For Mis-en-scene:
- Costumes: The costumes are usually bright-colored with fun designs. A microphone can also be apart of the costume, along with fashion accessories.
- Lights: The lights are bright and meant to showcase the actors appearance or the instruments.
- Acting: The acting is very light and meant to be fun/ adventurous. The actors can be seen jumping around or dancing.
- Makeup: The makeup can usually be very drawn out. The actors/singers can wear a lot of makeup that can bring to light a specific feature on them whether it be the lips or eyes.
- Props: Props can include all the instruments used which can be in the background or physically held. Most times the prop is the microphone that's always on them, which can also be apart of costumes.
- Setting: The setting typically switches from outside to inside. This can be the beach/park/skate park to the inside of a concert on a stage.
Monday, November 4, 2019
Editing the Commercial: Part II
Today while editing, I imported more footage into my media studies folder. I had to upload more clips from my USB to the folder first. When the clips finally uploaded onto Pinnacle studios, I started by clearing the previous movie. I set up the clips in order, starting with the wide shot and tilt of the bleachers. The following shot was of me running up the bleachers. For this part, I had to speed up the clip so it didn’t look as if it was lagging. For this specific scene, I had a voiceover done with one of my group members. This part was a little confusing as I had to detach the audio and then delete that sound. Then, I placed the voiceover clip on that scene on the Track 3 slide, but removed the visual. The speed was increased from 100% to 160% so that the scene didn’t start off with me waiting for the camera to roll.
Next, my group and I had to research some more sounds to put into the commercial. I converted a few songs to mp3, but the downloading kept failing. I was finally able to find a few sites that allowed me to download the music. I looked for more upbeat song tempos that translated well with the scenes. Some lighting adjustments had to be made for certain scenes and audio adjustments. All scenes had the audio removed so that the music can overlay smoothly. Too much diegetic sounds were in the background that didn’t go well with the overall commercial. I was able to review certain clips to figure out which ones were best suited, as I took many shots. A lot of the shots were not made into the final product because the camera angles did not look the best and the camera was too shaky. At first, the overview of the wide shot was made on the tripod but the tripod was too slanted. So instead, a tilt shot was taken of the bleachers which looked more smooth.
One of the last things I did was check the entire commercial in full. Some scenes still need to be edited with the lightning. Even more so, I need to add a Nike title in the beginning shot. I aim to have titles either just in the beginning or through out so the scenes correlate with what’s being said on text. More time may be needed to make the commercial longer which I can do by adding in more shots that I’ve taken. I was able to incorporate more close-ups and zoom-ins into my shots, such as the Nike shoes and Nike water bottle. The POV shot and the over the shoulder were also changed in speed, to be a little slower for depth. More editing needs to be done so I can cut out some parts of each scene. More lighting fixes need to be made and the right song still needs to be picked out. By then, the editing should be completed and ready to be exported. Overall, editing went smoothly along with the dumping and importing of my files into Pinnacle studios.
Next, my group and I had to research some more sounds to put into the commercial. I converted a few songs to mp3, but the downloading kept failing. I was finally able to find a few sites that allowed me to download the music. I looked for more upbeat song tempos that translated well with the scenes. Some lighting adjustments had to be made for certain scenes and audio adjustments. All scenes had the audio removed so that the music can overlay smoothly. Too much diegetic sounds were in the background that didn’t go well with the overall commercial. I was able to review certain clips to figure out which ones were best suited, as I took many shots. A lot of the shots were not made into the final product because the camera angles did not look the best and the camera was too shaky. At first, the overview of the wide shot was made on the tripod but the tripod was too slanted. So instead, a tilt shot was taken of the bleachers which looked more smooth.
One of the last things I did was check the entire commercial in full. Some scenes still need to be edited with the lightning. Even more so, I need to add a Nike title in the beginning shot. I aim to have titles either just in the beginning or through out so the scenes correlate with what’s being said on text. More time may be needed to make the commercial longer which I can do by adding in more shots that I’ve taken. I was able to incorporate more close-ups and zoom-ins into my shots, such as the Nike shoes and Nike water bottle. The POV shot and the over the shoulder were also changed in speed, to be a little slower for depth. More editing needs to be done so I can cut out some parts of each scene. More lighting fixes need to be made and the right song still needs to be picked out. By then, the editing should be completed and ready to be exported. Overall, editing went smoothly along with the dumping and importing of my files into Pinnacle studios.
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